Although Plymouth Argyle showed significant improvement after a one-sided first 30 minutes, displaying greater tempo and aggression, they rarely came close to equalizing.

Despite relentless pressure in the second half, there were several promising moments for Argyle, with Ben Waine narrowly missing the opportunity to connect with Mikel Miller’s inviting cross.

Leeds United defended resolutely in the challenging weather conditions, preventing the hosts from threatening.

Georginio Rutter extended Leeds’ lead to 2-0 with a powerful low strike with less than 20 minutes remaining. The Whites comfortably maintained their seventh clean sheet in an eight-game winning streak.

Leeds’ 21st league victory in 32 games seemed likely from the start, with the visitors displaying confidence in possession and effortlessly creating space.

Plymouth Argyle struggled to cope with Leeds’ pressing and pace. Taking advantage of their unchanged lineup from the midweek 4-0 victory over Swansea City, Leeds took the lead.

Rutter played a hopeful high pass behind the defense, and Willy Gnonto, the Italy international, demonstrated superb control with his first touch, knocking the ball beyond Lewis Gibson. He then calmly finished low into the bottom corner off the post.

A halftime talk from Plymouth boss Ian Foster, who took over from Steven Schumacher last month, spurred the home side to produce a second-half performance filled with energy and intent, although they created few chances.